2008 Hyundai Elantra

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These city and highway gas mileage estimates are for the model's standard trim configurations. Where there are optional features, packages or equipment that result in higher gas mileage, those fuel-economy estimates are not included here.

happy at first, not so much now

by randalf from Ohio | August 17, 2014

We purchased the Elantra SE new in 2008, and currently have 78000 miles in 6 years. It is primarily used as a commute vehicle, about 60% freeway. I was very happy with the car at first, but I don’t like it as much now. The road noise started poor and has become worse (more than I thought for a compact car). The ride is now horrible, and I feel every bump on the road. Now the bottom of the door panels have begun to rust (winter in Ohio). On the positive side, the gas mileage is still good, and I have had no engine or drivetrain problems. It has been a good car, but not so much now. I will probably give it to my son to drive until it starts needing repairs.

Still going strong

by hyundaI Lover from NEW JERSEY | July 7, 2014

I bought this car brand new in november of 2007 and have loved it ever since i drove it off the lot. The odomoter read 6 miles when first drove it off the lot and now it reads 280,000 miles. This car is amazing and saves me so much money that my pockets can finally breathe again. I never had to do any major repairs to it except the usually oil change, tire change, brake pads and some other stuff but other than that the car runs stronger than ever and i will drive it until the wheels fall off which won't be anytime soon.

best car I've owned!

by average joe from nc | July 5, 2013

I really knew nothing about these cars, other than I see them all over the roads, so I took a chance.knock on wood, this has been a great car!I have the 5 speed, manual.gas mileage is off the hook! Never any problems whatsoever, with this car, and I can be pretty hard on it, when im running late for work.80k and haven't changed timing belt yet.pushin it, I know.bought used 3 years ago.really handles well, takes curves great, comfortable on long trips.stereo system really sounds great, for an economy car, too.lots of storage in trunk, seats fold inward.best of all, room inbackseat for two big carseats!

Solid car!

by 2.0 champion from buffalo, ny | June 5, 2012

This car has never failed me in driving in both harsh weather when hydroplaning and in the dangerous conditions of backroads. I have never got less than 33.3 mpg from this car yet!. The handling is a little bit rolling, but the trade for comfort and road holding ability is worth the trade off on long trips across states. Very little maintenance is need, just the usual oil changes, and fluid fill ups.

my elantra

by i love my elantra! from | February 7, 2012

i am a high schooler and i drive my dads old 2008 hyundai elantra. this car is amazing for getting in and out of small parking lots. it has great mileage and lots of room for friends and school books. if anyone were to ask me whether or not they should get this car i would say yes! go elantras!

Very Good Car With One Caveat

by Mick from Burlington, VT | January 2, 2012

My 2008 is almost all I could hope for. Not too bad looking for a sedan, great mileage (33 to 36). Roomy, comfortable and feels like you are driving 40 when going 60. It is pretty quiet for an economy car too as in no wind issues.
The one weak spot is that the suspension is horrible. Hence the 3 rating on performance. It feels every bump and makes noise and rattles. I thought there was a problem because the car was used with 40k miles on it. My mechanic gave it a clean bill of health. All in all I guess I can live with it since everything else is so good. Just something to know.